Chapter 60

Regarding Guan Haoyu's fickle behavior, Jian Ruoming felt dissatisfied but had no way to vent her frustration. Just as she was about to continue arguing, the phone on Guan Haoyu's desk rang.

Huang Rushan was very considerate and quickly got up to take his leave.

Jian Ruoming had no choice but to stand up helplessly, follow Huang Rushan, and quietly walk out.

The caller was Yi Haitao's secretary, Wang Shaolei. He conveyed to Guan Haoyu the vice mayor's approval of the SASAC's work, praised the personnel involved in the crisis management, and instructed the SASAC to pay attention to the deliberation of the instrument factory's restructuring plan, ensuring the rights and interests of the laid-off workers.

Guan Haoyu expressed his gratitude to Yi Haitao for his concern and support of the SASAC's work over the phone.

Wang Shaolei emphasized again Yi Haitao's emphasis on the instrument factory's restructuring work, reminding Guan Haoyu to properly handle the resettlement of the laid-off workers to prevent new conflicts and contradictions.

Guan Haoyu stated that he would firmly implement the vice mayor's instructions and asked the leadership to rest assured.

Finally, Wang Shaolei seemed to casually reveal a piece of information to Guan Haoyu, saying that Vice Mayor Yi mentioned that Chu Tianshu's performance was particularly outstanding, and such a young and capable comrade should be well cultivated.

After the call, Guan Haoyu fell into deep thought, with two questions immediately coming to his mind.

It was already rumored that Party Secretary Guo Zichun was about to be promoted, and Mayor Zhu Minwen was almost certain to succeed him as party secretary. Many people in the Qingyuan municipal government had noticed that Yi Haitao and Tang Yifu were secretly competing for the position of mayor.

Theoretically, as the executive vice mayor, Yi Haitao had a better chance, but it was rumored that Tang Yifu had stronger connections in the province. Both were being promoted from vice mayor to mayor, so Tang Yifu's rise was not considered a promotion or a leap.

In dealing with the instrument factory's restructuring, the two leaders had clearly different positions and views, making it difficult for the SASAC, as the specific implementing agency, to navigate the situation.

Furthermore, Chu Tianshu was just an ordinary cadre in the SASAC, yet he had gained the favor of the executive vice mayor. Why hadn't Huang Rushan mentioned this before? What secrets might be behind this?

After leaving Guan Haoyu's office, Jian Ruoming called Chu Tianshu to her office and, without any concealment, told him that Guan Haoyu had not mentioned the previous promise, and the hope of being promoted to deputy section chief would become a bubble.

Chu Tianshu was very calm, saying, "Director Jian, thank you. As long as I can do something for the rights and interests of the laid-off workers at the instrument factory, I am content. Ouyang Meimei never had good intentions from the beginning, and I never expected them to fulfill their promises."

Jian Ruoming said, "Your attitude is very good, and I will continue to argue based on reason."

Chu Tianshu did not want to dwell on this depressing topic and asked, "Director Jian, when I was dispersing the laid-off workers, I promised to help them fight for their rights. You mentioned this morning that we should use time to gain space, but I still don't understand. Could you explain it to me?"

"You asked just in time. I also wanted to talk to you about this issue," Jian Ruoming said, pouring Chu Tianshu a cup of water and continuing, "Time is a fatal weapon for the bidding companies. To acquire the land of the instrument factory, they must obtain huge loans from the bank. Regardless of the complex procedures, the interest alone is a heavy burden. They want a quick resolution, but we need to complicate the situation, forcing the bidding companies to come up with a plan that protects the rights and interests of the workers."

"What can I do specifically?" Chu Tianshu no longer thought about personal gains and losses but focused on fulfilling his promise to Zhang Wei and the others.

"Xiao Chu, when I was dispersing the crowd, I mentioned to Vice Mayor Yi the neglect of workers' rights during the instrument factory's restructuring. Old Wu, the former general manager of the instrument factory, also represented the workers' demands. Vice Mayor Yi took this very seriously, indicating that the restructuring of the instrument factory will be a process."

Chu Tianshu was still not entirely reassured and wanted to say more, but Jian Ruoming stopped him with a smile, "Xiao Chu, I understand your feelings, but haste makes waste. With our current capabilities, we cannot significantly influence the restructuring plan. We can only hope for media attention. Once the protests of the instrument factory workers are reported, it will inevitably attract the attention of leaders at all levels and the public. Once public opinion is formed, the bidding companies will be powerless to do anything."

"I understand, Director Jian," Chu Tianshu nodded.

Jian Ruoming added, "Xiao Chu, you need to do your best to calm the laid-off workers and prevent similar incidents from happening again. I am very worried that some people might use stability as an excuse to quickly hand over the conflict to the bidding companies, which would make us even more passive."

After leaving Jian Ruoming's office, Chu Tianshu felt downcast, not only worried about the fate of Zhang Wei and the others but also disappointed by the shattered hope of his promotion.

Liu Chunna and Qian Meihua tried several times to inquire about the grand scene of the instrument factory workers' unrest, but Chu Tianshu had no mood for it. He told them to ask Qi Dagang and Ye Ping and sat at his desk, continuing to study and analyze how to stabilize the workers' emotions and how to secure the best interests for the laid-off workers in the overall transfer.

After work, Chu Tianshu returned to the makeshift dormitory, where Zhang Wei and Tan Yufen had prepared dinner for him.

Chu Tianshu proposed to Zhang Wei and Tan Yufen that he wanted to move. He lied, saying that Wei Shijie had found him a house with better conditions and a reasonable price, and he planned to move that night.

Zhang Wei asked Tan Yufen to add a few more dishes and invited Da Hu and Lao Wan to come over, as a farewell for Chu Tianshu.

Everyone talked about the close bond they had formed over the past two years, raising their glasses to Chu Tianshu, asking him not to forget their friendship after he moved.

Chu Tianshu, feeling depressed, drank a bit too quickly and became somewhat out of control at the dinner table.

Zhang Wei patted his shoulder and said, "Xiao Chu, we may not be neighbors anymore, but we are still good friends. Don't be too sad. The makeshift dormitory will eventually be demolished, and it's better for you to settle down early."

Chu Tianshu said, "To be honest, I have thought many times about finding a better house and moving out, but when it comes to the real departure, I can't bear to leave. Sigh, no one will cook for me or wash my clothes anymore, and no one will drink with me."

Tan Yufen's eyes were red, and she said, "Xiao Chu, remember to wash your clothes frequently. As a section chief, you can't be as careless as before. Also, wash your socks promptly to avoid bad odors in the room. And, tidy up your room when you have time; a messy room won't attract a girlfriend."

Chu Tianshu said, "Sister, don't worry. I will bring my girlfriend to you for your approval. Also, if you have any difficulties, let me know. Even after I move, I still consider you all as my brothers."

Tan Yufen felt a lump in her chest and secretly wiped away her tears, saying, "Xiao Chu, we will. Yingying will miss you too."

"Ah, where is Yingying?" Chu Tianshu then realized he hadn't seen Zhang Yingying's cute figure.

Zhang Wei smiled bitterly and said, "There was an event today, so we sent her to her grandmother's house."

Chu Tianshu felt very sad, thinking he wouldn't see Zhang Yingying before leaving.

Tan Yufen said, "Don't worry. If Yingying misses you, I'll take her to see you and help you tidy up your room."

No one mentioned the instrument factory's restructuring, and Chu Tianshu understood that they didn't want to put too much pressure on him. However, the more they avoided the topic, the more he felt distressed.

The farewell dinner was filled with reluctance and lasted until 9 PM. Zhang Wei suggested that since Chu Tianshu needed to clean up after moving, they shouldn't stay too late and could find another opportunity to drink together.

Tan Yufen packed Chu Tianshu's luggage, and Da Hu called a taxi. Chu Tianshu, with tears in his eyes, waved goodbye to them.

The next morning, Guan Haoyu presided over a party group meeting, and his attitude did a complete 180-degree turn.

At the meeting, Guan Haoyu highly praised Chu Tianshu's outstanding performance in defusing the conflict and calming the unrest, and proposed that the SASAC should focus on cultivating young and capable cadres. He suggested appointing Chu Tianshu as the deputy director of the office, responsible for the daily operations to address the current leadership vacuum in the office.

Ouyang Meimei's eyes almost fell out. In her speech, she proposed that Chu Tianshu had only been the head of the Comprehensive Department for a short time and that promoting him to deputy director of the office did not conform to the procedures and principles of cadre appointments, which might be criticized by the city leadership.

Jian Ruoming immediately countered, stating that as the head of the Comprehensive Department, Chu Tianshu already enjoyed the benefits of a deputy section chief. Appointing him as deputy director of the office was not a promotion. Furthermore, from a long-term development perspective, vigorously cultivating young cadres was a principle advocated by the municipal party committee and government.

Finally, she pointed out bluntly that all levels of leaders in the SASAC should "keep their word and act with integrity," creating an atmosphere for the rapid growth of young cadres.

Ouyang Meimei was speechless.

Duan Qingyun, who had long been dissatisfied with Ouyang Meimei's "manipulating the emperor to command the vassals" behavior in the SASAC, immediately supported Jian Ruoming's speech.

Huang Rushan, who always followed Guan Haoyu's orders, naturally had to firmly uphold the authority of the top leader and agreed with Guan Haoyu's proposal.

Ouyang Meimei, not knowing what went wrong, found herself completely isolated and could only say in a huff, "Since all the leaders agree to the promotion, the organizational personnel department will firmly implement it."

The official appointment document had not yet been issued, but the news had already spread to all departments of the SASAC, causing much discussion.

"Chu Tianshu has been promoted two levels in a few days; he must have some background."

"I heard he saved a little boy a few days ago. Could he be related to Vice Mayor Yi?"

"Possible. I also heard that he caused a commotion at the Triumph Hotel and has connections in the underworld."

"Have you noticed that the people in the Secretariat Department also follow his orders?"

"Yes, Tian Keming even requested to 'live in the countryside' to make room for him."

"Oh, I see. He must have some background. We should maintain good relations with him in the future."

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